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The Miami Dolphins have been proactive in enhancing their roster for the 2025-2026 NFL season. Key offseason moves include:

Quarterback Acquisition: The Dolphins signed former New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson to a one-year, $6 million contract, potentially increasing to $10 million with incentives. Wilson, drafted second overall in 2021, aims to provide experienced backup for Tua Tagovailoa, who faced injury challenges last season.

Offensive Line Improvements: To strengthen their offensive line, Miami added guard James Daniels and tackle Larry Borom. Daniels, despite an Achilles injury, is considered a significant upgrade, while Borom's versatility offers depth across multiple positions.

Defensive Reinforcement: The team re-signed safety Elijah Campbell to a one-year, $1.9 million contract. Campbell has been a valuable special teams player and has the potential to step into a larger defensive role, especially with the departure of Jevon Holland.

Additional Roster Moves: The Dolphins signed offensive tackle Braeden Daniels, aiming to bolster their offensive line depth. They also claimed cornerback Bump Cooper Jr. off waivers, adding depth to their secondary. Additionally, nose tackle Neil Farrell Jr., a Super Bowl LVIII champion with the Kansas City Chiefs, joined Miami, bringing valuable experience to the defensive front.

Ifeatu Melifonwu is a 25-year-old safety who signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Miami Dolphins in March 2025.

To further improve their performance in the upcoming season, the Dolphins should focus on:

1. Injury Management: Ensuring key players maintain optimal health, particularly Tua Tagovailoa, to enhance offensive consistency.

2. Offensive Line Cohesion: Developing chemistry among the new and existing offensive linemen to provide better protection and establish a robust running game.

3. Defensive Depth: Integrating new defensive acquisitions effectively to strengthen the pass rush and secondary coverage.

4. Coaching and Strategy: Leveraging coaching expertise to optimize player talents and implement effective game strategies.

By addressing these areas, the Dolphins can position themselves for a successful 2025-2026 season.
 
On injury management I think that comes down, oddly enough, to more physical practices. This one is up do McDaniel and the coaching staff IMHO.

Great points, OP. I really like the Daniels signing. That takes the pressure off overdrafting an offensive lineman early.
 
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SF Dolphin Fan said:
On injury management I think that comes down, oddly enough, to more physical practices. This one is up do McDaniel and the coaching staff IMHO.

Great points, OP. I really like the Daniels signing. That takes the pressure off overdrafting an offensive lineman early.
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Lol, brotha, none of those thoughts came from him.

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Charlie Rivers said:
The Miami Dolphins have been proactive in enhancing their roster for the 2025-2026 NFL season. Key offseason moves include:

Quarterback Acquisition: The Dolphins signed former New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson to a one-year, $6 million contract, potentially increasing to $10 million with incentives. Wilson, drafted second overall in 2021, aims to provide experienced backup for Tua Tagovailoa, who faced injury challenges last season.

Offensive Line Improvements: To strengthen their offensive line, Miami added guard James Daniels and tackle Larry Borom. Daniels, despite an Achilles injury, is considered a significant upgrade, while Borom's versatility offers depth across multiple positions.

Defensive Reinforcement: The team re-signed safety Elijah Campbell to a one-year, $1.9 million contract. Campbell has been a valuable special teams player and has the potential to step into a larger defensive role, especially with the departure of Jevon Holland.

Additional Roster Moves: The Dolphins signed offensive tackle Braeden Daniels, aiming to bolster their offensive line depth. They also claimed cornerback Bump Cooper Jr. off waivers, adding depth to their secondary. Additionally, nose tackle Neil Farrell Jr., a Super Bowl LVIII champion with the Kansas City Chiefs, joined Miami, bringing valuable experience to the defensive front.

Ifeatu Melifonwu is a 25-year-old safety who signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Miami Dolphins in March 2025.

To further improve their performance in the upcoming season, the Dolphins should focus on:

1. Injury Management: Ensuring key players maintain optimal health, particularly Tua Tagovailoa, to enhance offensive consistency.

2. Offensive Line Cohesion: Developing chemistry among the new and existing offensive linemen to provide better protection and establish a robust running game.

3. Defensive Depth: Integrating new defensive acquisitions effectively to strengthen the pass rush and secondary coverage.

4. Coaching and Strategy: Leveraging coaching expertise to optimize player talents and implement effective game strategies.

By addressing these areas, the Dolphins can position themselves for a successful 2025-2026 season.
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This is 100% CPT CHAT BOT... cmon....smh
 
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While the Miami Dolphins have made notable offseason moves, their roster decisions raise concerns about whether they have genuinely positioned themselves for success in the 2025-2026 NFL season. Several key acquisitions and strategic areas remain questionable and could hinder their ability to compete at the highest level.

1. Questionable Quarterback Depth​

The addition of Zach Wilson as Tua Tagovailoa’s backup is not the upgrade Miami needed. Wilson struggled significantly during his tenure with the Jets, showcasing poor decision-making, inaccuracy, and an inability to handle pressure. His presence as a backup does little to solidify the quarterback position, particularly given Tua’s injury history. If Tagovailoa misses time, relying on Wilson could spell disaster for the Dolphins' offense.

2. Offensive Line Concerns Remain​

While the signings of James Daniels and Larry Borom appear to address offensive line issues, neither guarantees stability. Daniels is coming off a serious Achilles injury, which can significantly hinder a lineman’s mobility and effectiveness. Borom, while versatile, has yet to prove himself as a high-quality starter. Developing chemistry within the line takes time, and Miami still lacks an elite-caliber tackle to anchor protection for their quarterback.

3. Defensive Losses Outweigh Gains​

e-signing Elijah Campbell and adding Ifeatu Melifonwu do not compensate for the loss of Jevon Holland, a crucial playmaker in the Dolphins' secondary. While Campbell is a solid special teams player, he has yet to prove he can handle a full-time defensive role. Additionally, acquiring a depth piece like Bump Cooper Jr. off waivers does little to strengthen the secondary against elite AFC quarterbacks. Without a proven difference-maker in the defensive backfield, the Dolphins may struggle against high-powered passing offenses.

4. No True Game-Changer Acquisitions​

Despite multiple signings, none of Miami’s offseason additions represent a major game-changer. Their roster moves have focused on depth rather than impact players. In a competitive AFC where teams like the Chiefs, Ravens, and Bengals continue to stack elite talent, Miami’s approach feels more like patchwork rather than a legitimate push toward Super Bowl contention.

5. Coaching and Strategy Limitations​

While coaching remains a crucial factor, the Dolphins’ success is ultimately dictated by talent on the field. Even the best coaching staff cannot compensate for weaknesses in quarterback depth, an uncertain offensive line, and a defense that lacks elite playmakers. Unless Miami overhauls its offensive scheme to minimize risks and maximizes defensive efficiency, they may once again fall short in the postseason.

Conclusion​

The Dolphins' offseason moves indicate an attempt to improve, but they have yet to address the key concerns that plagued them last season. The reliance on an injury-prone quarterback, a shaky offensive line, and an unproven defensive secondary makes it difficult to confidently say Miami is a serious contender. While they may still compete for a playoff spot, expecting them to make a deep postseason run with these acquisitions seems overly optimistic.
 
Right now? No. Our interior OL has improved with the Daniels addition. Still need another starting guard. Need a DT to partner with Sieler. Safety room is pretty depleted, added a talented but high injury risk and nothing else. Need another linebacker to partner with Brooks. Haven’t replaced Fuller and shouldn’t go into camp dependent on Cam Smith. Need depth at other positions as well, like TE. Lots of needs remain.

Still have the rest of free agency and the draft, but Grier is going to need to absolutely hammer this draft in similar fashion to what the Detroit Lions did in 2023 (got four immediate high impact players with their first 4 picks - Gibbs, Campbell, LaPorta, Branch) for this team to really improve.

Internet growth is always a possibility, but recent history would argue against banking on that with this staff…..

Right now I’d say we are still Buffalo’s bitch.
 
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